How To Climb

5.12 climbers generally share certain strengths and skills that aspirants to the grade often need to consciously train.

Proper belay technique can mean the difference between pulling gear or breaking ankles and just hitting the end of the rope.

Climbing is literally a steep learning curve. This boxed set of advice will flatten the bell, helping you to become a better climber by smoothing out your footwork, teaching you to think outside the box—there's even sections on crack and slab climbing, and 25 tips to improve your belaying.